Tours and Trips in Houston

Uncover the mysteries of outer space on an exhilarating visit to the Space Center Houston, the official visitor center for NASA's Johnson Space Center. During your self-guided tour of one of Houston's top attractions, ride a tram on an orientation tour of the Space Center; see enthralling exhibitions of full-size rockets and rock samples; and marvel at the real Apollo 17 space shuttle, which returned from the moon in 1972. A perk: Your tour also includes a complimentary 1.5-hour sightseeing open-top bus tour of Houston.

Visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science to see the largest dinosaur hall in North America, check out the extensive collection of rare gems, and stop into your choice of permanent exhibits.

Walking through the streets of Houston is pretty special but did you know that there is a whole underground system of tunnels below the city? This Houston tour will take you through the city, over and underground, until you get to know the city from every angle.

This segway tour takes place in the late evening and is the perfect idea for anyone wanting to explore downtown Houston after most of the downtown business traffic has gone home for the day. Glide with your tour guide past famous landmarks, historic plazas, and unique art displays. What makes the Houston segway tour unique is its focus on the theatre district and Houston's scenic downtown parks. Your tour will glide to Sam Houston park, where you will get incredible views of the Houston skyline, Market Square Park, Tranquility Park, Houston's City Hall, and Herman Square to name a few.

See the historical highlights and cultural delights of Houston on this 75-minute loop, hop-on sightseeing tour. Enjoy unobstructed views and listen to fascinating audio commentary as you cruise past important landmarks like the historic City Hall and Houston Zoo. See popular attractions like Market Square, Downtown Aquarium and the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, hopping off to explore further whenever an attraction captures your attention. Rejoin the tour at a time to suit your schedule at any conveniently located stops along the route.

See the top attractions of Houston and Galveston on a full-day tour in a climate-controlled vehicle, which combines the best of the city and coast. Check out Houston landmarks like the Museum District, City Hall, and Discovery Green during a 1.5-hour city tour, and learn about the region's history. Then, go to Galveston where you ride the ferry, look for dolphins, view US battleships and historical homes, browse the shops in the Strand District, and more. Your tour includes guide, transportation, admission to one of several select museums, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Maximize your time in the spectacular city of Houston with an indispensable Houston CityPASS. Your city pass includes free admission to five of the city's premier attractions, including the Downtown Aquarium, the Space Center Houston and the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Enjoy free entry to two additional attractions of your choice and choose from a variety including the Museum of Fine Arts, home to more than 60,000 artworks, or the Houston Zoo; Kemah Boardwalk All-Day Ride Pass or the Children's Museum of Houston.

Find out what the largest city in Texas has to offer during a 90-minute sightseeing tour by bus, and a visit to the Houston Aquarium. Includes one admission ticket for the Houston Aquarium and one ticket for the Houston City Tour.

The award-winning Space Center Houston is one of Houston's most popular family attractions and takes visitors behind-the-scenes of the NASA Johnson Space Center. This flexible entrance ticket allows you to visit at a time that suits you and spend as long as you like exploring. Filled with interactive exhibitions, multi-media displays, cutting-edge technology, and fascinating space artefacts, there's something to amaze and entertain all ages.

The Children's Museum of Houston is an award-winning museum with 14 exhibition areas filled with innovative displays, fun games, and interactive challenges. This flexible entrance ticket lets you visit at a time that suits you and spend as long you like inside. Highlights include the Challenge Course assault course, the outdoor EcoStation, and the 'How does it work?' science exhibit.

Tack the "Death by Natural Causes" exhibit on to your Houston Museum of Science itinerary. Buying online saves you the hassle of ticket lines at the museum, which allows you to head straight in and start exploring. Visitors learn potentially surprising facts about the dangers of the natural world, from glow-in-the-dark radium ink to lethal mushrooms.

See more of Houston with a two-day package that covers Houston's top attractions. On day one, go sightseeing to destinations including NRG stadium, Texas Medical Center, and Hermann Park, and hear about the city's history and sights. On the second day, explore the NASA Space Center and take a guided tour to Mission Control and Rocket Park. Next, select from many dining and entertainment options (own expense) at Kemah Boardwalk. Your tour package includes entrance fees, snacks, guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off in central Houston.

Experience Houston's top attractions and shopping deals with this combination sightseeing and outlet excursion. Start your day with a 90-minute tour of local landmarks from the comfort of a double-decker bus, taking in such sites as the Houston Zoo, the Museum District and Minute Maid Park, home ballpark for the Houston Astros. Afterward, board a deluxe coach and enjoy round-trip transport to Tanger Outlets. Here, spend the afternoon scoring major discounts at more than 200 outlet stores, including Kate Spade New York, Coach and Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th.

See Houston's top attractions on a full-day tour in a climate-controlled vehicle, that combines a sightseeing tour with visits to the NASA Space Center and Kemah Boardwalk. Start with a 1.5-hour city tour that covers landmarks such as Minute Maid Park, The Toyota Center, and River Oaks. Next, take a tram tour of the NASA Space Center and have free time to browse the exhibits. Finally, go to Kemah Boardwalk for dinner (own expense) at your choice of restaurant. Includes snacks, dinner appetizer, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Cruise downtown Houston on a tour of the city's top attractions, then follow-up it with a trip to the exhilarating Kemah Boardwalk. Begin your day sightseeing aboard a double-decker bus, visiting such landmarks as Market Square, the Houston Zoo, and the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Afterward, board a deluxe coach for round-trip transport to Kemah Boardwalk, where you'll have a few free hours to enjoy the amusements (including a wooden roller coaster and Ferris wheel), peruse quirky souvenir shops and grab a bite to eat (own expense).

Secure your ticket in advance and tour the NASA Space Center with an expert guide. After getting picked up at your hotel from a climate-controlled vehicle, see popular landmarks around Houston, stopping briefly for photos, before heading to the space center. Once there, visit Mission Control, the astronaut training facility, Rocket Park, Independence Plaza, and more.

When visiting the Houston Museum of Natural Science, take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of the butterflies and insects at the Cockrell Butterfly Center and Brown Hall of Entomology. The entrance ticket admits you to both exhibits where you can see both live and preserved specimens, and learn about them with interactive games and displays. Explore a rain forest environment with a 3-floor butterfly habitat, get a close look at a range of insects, and visit a play area for kids.

See the key sights of central Houston and historic Galveston on a comprehensive 6-hour coach tour. Begin your day of sightseeing with a 90-minute overview tour of Houston by double-decker bus. In Galveston, you'll have some free time to explore this scenic Gulf of Mexico town at your own pace. Admire the historic Victorian mansions, the Galveston Seawall and the Strand historic district. Other optional activities include hitting the beach or going on a dolphin-watching tour by boat.